8:18
The Devil Wears Prada · 2013
43 min · 13 tracks · metalcore
A frenetic blend of metalcore aggression and melodic introspection, punctuated by atmospheric interludes and lyrical depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gloom — Opening with a haunting atmosphere, Gloom sets the tone for the album's exploration of despair and introspection through its dynamic shifts between heavy instrumentation and delicate melodies.
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War — This track encapsulates the band's signature sound with aggressive riffs and confrontational lyrics, addressing internal battles and societal conflicts that resonate throughout the album.
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Sailor’s Prayer — A standout moment on the album, Sailor’s Prayer features an emotional vocal delivery paired with poignant lyrics reflecting on loss and longing, showcasing the band's growth both musically and lyrically.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends aggressive and melodic elements effectively, but its impact within metalcore remains moderate.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track, 'Gloom', that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter part.
- Interludes like 'Sailor’s Prayer' provide atmospheric breaks that contrast with the heavier songs, allowing for moments of reflection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- short, impactful listening sessions
- introspective late-night moods
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2013, 8:18 marked The Devil Wears Prada's fifth studio album, following their critically acclaimed Dead Throne. At this point, the band was exploring a more mature sound while navigating lineup changes, incorporating new influences from post-rock and electronic elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- August Burns Red· Parkway Drive· Killswitch Engage
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gloom 3:45
- 2 Rumors 3:02
- 3 First Sight 3:34
- 4 War 3:02
- 5 8:18 2:13
- 6 Sailor’s Prayer 3:52
- 7 Care More 3:14
- 8 Martyrs 3:28
- 9 Black & Blue 3:48
- 10 Transgress 3:35
- 11 Number Eleven 3:15
- 12 Home for Grave 3:24
- 13 In Heart 3:27
What to play next
Transit Blues
2016
Continues the emotional depth with a blend of heavy and melodic elements.
Dead Throne
2011
Sets the stage with similar intensity and themes of struggle.
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